Sr. Manager - Project Controls

Tallgrass; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Vacation and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Tallgrass seeks a Senior Project Controls Manager to lead project controls teams on ILS projects, with a focus on budgets, schedules, and change management. You will develop controls plans, monitor performance, and collaborate with stakeholders.

The role requires 15+ years in project controls, strong leadership, and proficiency with industry tools like Microsoft Project and Primavera. Travel may be involved as needed.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant industrial experience in project controls, cost controls, cost estimation, planning, scheduling, and project management.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of company standards and good practices.
• Extreme attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct project controls teams on ILS projects.
• Develop and maintain project controls plans and procedures; establish budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Implement cost control and performance measurement methodologies; manage change control procedures.

Skills

Project controls

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor or Master in Construction Science

High School Diploma + 15+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The duties of the Senior Project Controls Manager are generally described as coordinating and directing project controls teams on ILS projects. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Develop And Implement Project Controls

• Develop and maintain project controls plans and procedures.
• Establish and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Implement and monitor cost control and performance measurement methodologies.
• Develop and manage change control procedures.

Team Leadership and Management

• Supervise and mentor project controls staff.
• Coordinate work with other project team members and stakeholders.
• Strong organization skills, the capacity to successfully manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and meet deadlines.

Reporting And Analysis

• Prepare and present project performance reports (cost, schedule, and quality).
• Analyze project data to identify trends, issues, and potential risks.
• Provide recommendations for corrective actions.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Maintain risk registers and track risk mitigation plans.

Contract Administration

• Review and manage contracts, including change orders, invoices, and payments.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project controls effectiveness.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and technologies.

Collaboration And Communication

• Ability to liaise and communicate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Communicate project status and performance effectively.

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field is highly preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent with 15+ years or more of experience will also qualify and be considered for this role.

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field is highly preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent with 15+ years or more of experience will also qualify and be considered for this role.

Experience / Specific Knowledge

• This position requires 15 more years of relevant industrial experience in project controls, cost controls, cost estimation, planning, scheduling, and project management.
• Capacity to work independently with minimal direction and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage diverse, simultaneous projects of varying complexities in multiple offices of the company. A proven ability to manage multi-office project execution.
• Sound, ethical business judgment.
• Ability to recognize and promote talent.
• Ability to recognize and rectify teammate issues.
• Ability to create a high-performance team in attitude and accomplishment.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines.
• Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
• Understanding of existing and potential customer deliverable expectations and preferences.
• Record of achieving objectives; successful project completion, within budget and time frame.
• Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.
• Assessment of personnel in interviews and through performance.
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera and other technology tools.
• Embraces technology and leads technological changes.
• Knowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of efforts.
• Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all project controls deliverables.
• Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project.
• Ability to determine construction material quantities.
• Experienced in estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of project controls work. Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to lead teams to deliver on commitments.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Physical Demands

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

Travel to field locations may be required but is estimated to be less than 10% of time. Department members will have a heavy workload, with unplanned overtime and changes in work priorities; multiple projects with short turnaround time are common.

• May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including a credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility

Yes

About Us

Tallgrass was named one of the Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline

Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation

Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms

Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement

Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.